Admiral Barry Retires From Pacific Fleet Amid Secrecy
Rear Admiral Edward S. Barry today relinquished command of the Pacific Fleet to Rear Admiral Chauncey Thomas in San Francisco. The retirement followed grave, undisclosed charges prompting possible court martial, with ceremonies simplified and Barry denying published rumors of the reasons for his sudden departure.
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San Francisco
Edward
Barry
Pacific Fleet
Chauncey Thomas
West Virginia
Associated Press
Mavy
Court Martial Possible After Admiral Barry Retirement
Washington Jan 16 Admiral Barry former Pacific fleet commander now retired could face court martial if charges are filed. He remains part of the naval establishment and the secretary of the navy may convene a court to try any alleged immoral practices or other heavy deposits. A telegram from the navy reports that Barry's retirement followed by officers of the flagship West Virginia demanded his resignation.
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Washington
Barry
Pacific Fleet
Naval Establishment
Secretary of the Navy
Pacific Coast
West Virginia
Ballard's Horehound Syrup Advertises Lung Relief
A remedy for coughing and lung distress claims quick healing of damaged air passages. Priced at 25c 60c and $1.00 per bottle, sold by D. H. Fry 10 Yakima Ave and C. W. Camp West Side Druggist.
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Ballard
D. H. Fry
Yakima Ave
C. W. Camp
West Side
Quarrel Ends in Killing at Black Rock Springs
Henry Bowinkleman, a Black Rock farmer, killed neighbor John Meeboer during a long simmering dispute. Bowinkleman drove to this city and surrendered to Deputy Sheriff Hawn after the shooting. Matthews, Meeboer’s employer, witnessed the event. Bowinkleman is jailed awaiting murder charges. Meeboer left a grieving family and was described as well liked.
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Hading
Henry Bowinkleman
Black Rock
Priday
John Meeboer
Black Rock Springs
Hawn
Matthews
Meeboer
Bowinkleman
Bopwinkleman
Chancey Fair
North Yakima
Fair
Self Defense Verdict in Rancher Meeboer Case
A coroner's jury at Black Rock Springs found John Meeboer died from a gunshot by Henry Bowinkleman in self defense. Bowinkleman, 62, is jailed as investigators planned bail efforts Monday. witness testimony described a struggle over Bowinkleman’s rifle after Meeboer attacked and pursued the weapon.
Visit to Scene Follows Killin Likely Today
A report notes that inqueers Day and ProdSecutor Ward are expected to visit the scene of the killing this morning. Authorities have not released further details.
Bowinkleman Granted Bail in Killing Case
Prosecuting Attorney Ward filed an information in superior court charging Henry Bowinkleman with murder in the first degree for shooting John Meeboer at Black Rock Springs last Friday. Judge Preble set bail at 10000 dollars. the trial may be in March. Bowinkleman had surrendered Friday night and is represented by F H Luse and H J Snively. The defense argued self defense but the prosecution contended there was no such evidence. Also noted is an ice jam on the Columbia River causing navigation to halt and a near-tragedy on the river when a launch sank near Beverly and Trinidad leaving several aboard unharmed.
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John Meeboer
Black Rock Springs
Meeboer
Henry Bowinkleman
Bowinkleman
Frank Luce
Bewinkleman
North Yakima
Bowingleman
E. M. Dickson
Zeda Whitmore
William Ball
Absolom Vanderlinde
I. Vanderlinde
William Doescher
George Harts
Black Rock
C. F. Matthews
Fee
Matthews
Meéboer
Samuel White
Peter Meeboer
Justice Hunt
North
Yakima
Barrow Springs
Dickson
Sheriff Day
Miss Whitmore
Yakima County
Ward
Preble
F. H. Luse
H. J
Bow
H. J. Snively
Arrowsmith
Mr. Tucker
White Bluffs
Chicago
David Doag
Clarence Jr. Waller
Irrigator Publishing Company
Beverly
Ernest Schneider
Columbia
Trinidad
Messrs
Otto Hammell
J. H. Weiser
Ephrata
Protest Over Reclamation Funds Raise Washington Dissent
North Yakima and Yakima valley residents push for better reclamation fund distribution. Commercial clubs in Seattle Tacoma Spokane and other cities endorse protest resolutions demanding Washington receive a fair share for projects including the Kittitas High Line and water storage works.
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Yakima
Yakima Valley
Western Union
Jones
Commercial Club
Board of Army Engineers
State of Washington
Washington
Kittitas High Line
Arrowsmith in Hard Luck After Car Breaks Down
George C. Arrowsmith, a famed Yakiam valley driver, met breakdown Friday in White Bluffs when the rear axle on his Franklin broke while en route to North Yakima. He dispatched a call for help after banking hours, seeking assistance via Kennewick.
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George C. Arrowsmith
Yakiam Valley
White Bluffs
Mr. Arrowsmith
North Yakima
Franklin
First Bank of
Kennewick
Harry Tucker
Yak
North Yakima Senator Allen Named to Eighteen Committees
State Senator Frank J. Allen of North Yakima was named Wednesday by President Paulhamus to serve on 18 committees. He will chair the municipal corporations committee, pushing his bill for a commission form of government in cities under 20 000 population. Rep. Moren and Rep. Chamberlin also received multiple committee assignments on topics from Appropriations to Railroads and Transportation.
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Frank J. Allen
North Yakima
Paulhamus
Yakima
Municipal Corporations
Representative Moren
Chamberlin
Sunnyside
Allen
Walker Moren
Governor Hay Proposes State Road Reforms and Funding
Governor Hay urges reform of state and county road funding and supervision. Proposals include appointing a county engineer, renaming the State Aid Road law to County Aid with new State Aid provisions, a 25 cent per horsepower motor vehicle tax, expanding the State Highway Commission, and using convict labor for highways with wage rules. The governor notes most road spending is by counties and forecasts funding gains but faces political opposition. BE. M. Churchill reports from Moxee slope where drilling a well is challenging in cold weather.
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Hay
State Highway Department
State Highway Commission
State Auditor
State Highway Commissioner
Railroad Commission
Highways Department
Olympia
West Side
Cle Elum County
BE. M. Churchill
Moxee
City Faces Growing Costs and Possible Deficit Says City Clerk
City Clerk J. C. Brooker reports 1910 expenditures near 122000 with current warrants totaling 121865.03 and bonded debt of 218000.08. He warns expenses rise yearly, urging strict economy to avoid a substantial 1911 deficit amid a tax levy based on 108020.00.
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WOU
Chadian
J. C. Brooker
For We Saves Two Lives Dr King’s New Discovery
Fayetteville North Carolina resident A. D. McDonald recounts how Dr King’s New Discovery cured his sister and himself from frightful coughs and suspected consumption. The testimonial claims it treats sore lungs colds hemorrhage la grippe asthma hay fever croup and whooping cough. Trial bottle free with 50c and 1.00 sizes guaranteed by all druggists.
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A. D. McDonald
Fayetteville
N. C
Dr. King
Storage of Valley Water Ample storage promised in Yakima valley
Washington reports say Senator Jones pressed for irrigation funds and storage works in the Yakima valley. Officials assure ample storage and uninterrupted work, with possible storage if Congress authorizes selling surplus reservoir waters.
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Yakima Valley
Washington
Senator Jones
Oregon
Montana
Jones
Ballinger
Reclamation Service
Yakima Vally
Yakima
Congress
Warren
Government to Build Water Works in Yakima Valley
Senator Jones states private capital may buy and develop reservoir projects in the Yakima valley but if not forthcoming the government will undertake the work. He asserts progress may be slower than some residents desire but will proceed in time.
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Yakima Valley
Jones
Senator Jones
ILEON D. GREEN BACK WITH SHETLAND PONY
Leon D. Green returned to North Yakima from Seattle with a pure bred Shetland pony mare aimed at breeding and show circuits. He plans a large scale Shetland pony business, expanding to twenty one more ponies, and has shown at the state fair with prizes. The report also notes continued demand for spraying material in the region.
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Leon D. Green
North Yakima
Seattle
Express
iThe Animeal
Charles EB Nn
Peoria
Mr. Green
Kore
Yakima
Hollister's Rocky Mountain Tea For Digestive Support
Builds up waste tissues promotes appetite improves digestion induces refreshing sleep puts your stomach in shape to digest your food for sale by D. H. Fry.
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Hollister
D. H. Fry
Sulphur Shipment Heads to North Yakima Plant
Three carloads of sulphur are en route to North Yakima to supply Rex Spray plant and other users. About 120000 pounds come from a crater high in elevation with 80000 pounds allocated to the Rex facility and the remaining share for other manufacturers.
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North
Yakima
Popocarapetl
Rex
Herbine advertised remedy for stomach distress
An advertisement touts Herbine as instant relief for heartburn and indigestion. It claims to force badly digested food from the body and restore tone in the stomach and bowels, priced at 60 cents and sold by D. H. Fry and C. W. Camp.
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D. H. Fry
Yakima Ave
C. W. Camp
West Side
Yakima Sand Gravel and Rock Crushing Company Formed
George T. Aumiller W. L. Dimmick and H. L. Quinn organized Yakima Sand Gravel and Rock Crushing Company of North Yakima with 8000 capital stock, 80 shares of 100 each. The firm will manufacture sell haul and deliver sand gravel rock and related materials for streets roads highways general contracting and merchandise trades.
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George T. Aumiller
W. L. Dimmick
H. L. Quinn
Twe
Yakima
North Yakima
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the Centaur Company
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Illinois
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City of
Mexico
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